COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 08.05.2026

The Davenport Committee of the Whole meeting held on August 5, 2026, included several procurement and contracting discussions primarily related to public works projects. Key items included acceptance of completed work for the Freight House window and door replacement project ($779,532.7) and the 2025 residential alley program ($518,820). The council approved contract amendments and change orders, such as a $90,800 increase to the engineering services contract for the water pollution control plant blower replacement project and a $63,671 change order for the 2024 sewer lateral repair program. New contracts were awarded for the 2026 Neighborhood Street Preservation Program ($245,985) and the Annie Whitmeer utility separation civil site upgrades project ($65,752.50). Additionally, grant agreements were approved for bridge replacement and traffic safety improvement projects, including a $549,256 grant for the South Clark Street Bridge replacement. The council also approved purchases of equipment, including a $198,726.9 snowblower attachment and a $69,995 HVAC control system, both procured via cooperative contracts. Several public hearings were held on environmental restoration and water quality initiatives. The meeting also featured recognition of the Davenport Assumption Knights baseball team and included various resolutions related to public safety events and street closures. No significant policy changes affecting future procurement were noted.